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The importance of health checks for your senior pet

While our fur-babies getting older and developing that silver fox beard can be a significantly fulfilling moment in our lives, it is also an important wake-up call. Instead of bolting through the yard in a vigorous game of fetch, our pets start to prefer snuggling in for a nice mid-morning and afternoon nap. This is when we know that they need a little extra TLC and help from you.

To make nap time even more enjoyable for your senior pet, you can receive a brand-new, free dog bed, when purchasing a combination of 1 bag and 6 cans of Royal Canin Mobility or Mature food in June. A comfortable sleep could make all the difference in your furry child’s day.

Our pets are considered a senior at seven years of age.

Some of the behavioural changes to look out for include:

Discomfort or trouble rising from lying down or after exercising

Weight loss or weight gain

Loss of house training

Change in appetite

Bad breath, plaque or bleeding gums

Changes in sleeping patterns

Persistent cough

Confusion or disorientation

You can help keep your senior pet in ideal shape by:

Ensuring they have six monthly health checks: These checks are recommended to monitor any changes in your senior pet’s health.

Patience: As their hearing and sight starts to decline, it is important to stay calm and patient with your senior pet.

Make eating and drinking easy: Especially for arthritic pets, elevating their food and drink bowls can make this a comfortable experience. This also prevents neck and back stiffness.

Combatting the stairs: It could be worth installing a ramp or middle step for your senior pet, as this can help aid their joint pain when taking the stairs.

This time in their lives means that regular health checks are vital to know if there are any health problems that could be developing. At home, you will be able to observe any of the behavioural changes listed above in your pet. This works perfectly with the senior pet health check that can include:

Weight check

Arthritis grading

Dental assessment

Physical check

Cardiac monitoring

Eye examination

Nutrition plan that is tailored to your pet’s needs

As you would know, preventative health care is very important to keep an eye on any health issues that commonly develop at this age. For Best for Pet members, your unlimited consultations as well as a preventative blood and urine screen each year are completely free. Through this, you will have peace of mind that you are taking all necessary precautions to keep your furry child happy and healthy. Of course, these are only some of the many benefits you can enjoy as a Best for Pet member.

If you would like to book your pet in for a senior health check or speak to one of our nurses about your senior pet’s health, please contact our clinic.